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The Harbourview Inn

3.0 star property
Family-friendly bed & breakfast with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Porch
Exterior
Staircase
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
The Harbourview Inn welcomes families with its peaceful rural setting. Travelers fuel up with a full breakfast before spending the day lounging by the pool. The outdoor tennis court and garden provide natural spaces for everyone to enjoy right outside their door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Two Room Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

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25 Harbourview Road, Smiths Cove, NS, B0S 1S0

What's nearby

  • Smith's Cove Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bear River Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Admiral Digby Museum - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Digby Heritage Centre - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Digby Pines Golf Resort - 11 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 149 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Irving Big Stop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Harbourview Inn

Family-friendly bed & breakfast in a rural location
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden at The Harbourview Inn. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and a library.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • An outdoor tennis court, babysitting (surcharge) and a front desk safe
  • Tour/ticket information, a computer station and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1920
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CAD 50.00 for check-in between 8:30 PM and 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: CAD 50.00 for check-in between 8:30 PM and 10:00 PM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR2526T2107

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Harbourview Inn Smiths Cove
Harbourview Smiths Cove
The Harbourview Smiths Cove
The Harbourview Inn Smiths Cove
The Harbourview Inn Bed & breakfast
The Harbourview Inn Bed & breakfast Smiths Cove

Frequently asked questions

Does The Harbourview Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Harbourview Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Harbourview Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Harbourview Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM for a fee of CAD 50.00.

What time is check-out at The Harbourview Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Harbourview Inn located?

This family-friendly Smiths Cove bed & breakfast is located near the bay, within a 5-minute walk of Old Temperance Hall Museum and Smith's Cove Beach. Smith's Cove Historical Museum and Bear River Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The Harbourview Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 359 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 359 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 359 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 359 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 359 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was delicious, totally charming rooms. Short walk to the beach, very lovely. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was lovely and very comfortable. The hosts were more than accommodating and very helpful to with suggestions on where to eat abd what to see. Breakfast was filling and delicious. All the special touches, evening glass if wine, puzzleroom and coffee and tea available all daygreatly appre.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

A very welcoming location and reception. Would recommend for a pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Very lovely inn
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot! Great staff- would definitely come again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable establishment with a friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet setting- classic inn built in late 1800s. Very comfortable and delicious breakfast. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property! Even though we only stayed one night, I can see spending a few days here and exploring the area! Dave and staff were super helpful with giving ideas for the area. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Great visit

Welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Attentive hosts - nothing too much trouble and very knowledgeable about places to visit and where to dine. Very clean and comfortable room. Great location and facilities. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Manon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice inn, although in need of some renovations (holes in screens, plants taking over outside side stairs, baseboards could use some refreshing paint). The staff is extremely friendly; breakfast is delicious; bedroom (#7) was roomy with nice accomodations
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I slept like a baby and enjoyed my stay at Harbourview Inn very much. Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks for making our stay so welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely breakfast room , Nice breakfast , coffee , tea Available 24 hrs Not close to harbour, Distant view. 15 min drive to restaurants Couldn’t see pool as advertised. Comfortable bed. Portable air conditioner.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful old home. Lovely owners
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

RIMON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vintage style place to stay in, owner is awesome and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property and staff were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great B&B

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tranquil, stylish Inn in a peaceful, picturesque location with a lovely large outdoor swimming pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location and the view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place that really captures the essence of Nova Scotia living. Excellent breakfasts and entertaining staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean. The staff were friendly and the breakfast was delicious. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hosts were very friendly, helpful and attentive and the hotel was charming and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024